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LM51 SFU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,806 mi
Last recorded74,806 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 SFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 74,806 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 64,955 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 55,850 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

O/S/F tyre balding on inside edge.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 54,546 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 54,542 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 50,926 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 47,385 miles

offside rear tyre side wall perished

Pass 14 Mar 2008 44,643 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 41,838 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 40,255 miles

advised n/s/f mirror glass broken

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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LM51 SFU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM51 SFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM51 SFU registered?

LM51 SFU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is LM51 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 SFU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM51 SFU have outstanding finance?

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